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Spring Edition
Springtime epitomizes the concept of a fresh start, parting ways for new beginnings and a new wanderlust for what will be. We reinvent ourselves come springtime, and challenge ourselves to go beyond the perimeters of who we were and rather dream forward, of who we can and will be. Springtime brings hope and new perspective to our lives through its warmth that fills our days but also through the remarkable way the entire planet seems to wake up in unison, once again becoming fruitful, re-flourishing us with its fresh wares. In our herbal kitchen, things are not much different. We get inspired by the newness, wildly tempted to breach our own norms and standards, challenge ourselves. We grow as cooks an unbelievable amount in the spring, and that is simply a reflex- to embark forward with gusto after the darker, drearier, more solemn season of winter. Spring encourages us to bounce in all directions, and this edition of the Herb Blurbs does its fair share of bouncing. We have brought you the most exciting and challenging of our recipes and ideas on our spring rotation. Yes, some of the notions are bold and others time consuming, but we challenge you all to push yourselves, move outside your comfort zone, and chart a new course. Tread through this herbal forest of information with pride, confidence, and the ability to endure until your goals, whatever they may be, are met. Whether your journey begins with a Spring Herbal Detox or with the ever challenging and oh so wonderful world of favas, we have the tips and know-how for you to excel. We have given you guidelines for trying your hands at tamale making for a lovely Cinco de Mayo celebration, for how to make your own lip balms and glosses, and have given you swarms of insight into one of the greatest cities in the world, Amsterdam- in case you fancy a spring trip. If you do, we recommend visiting the most idyllic, herbal restaurant, De Kas. Embark on or dive into your journey in whatever fashion you may. You never know until you paddle out what new things you will learn! Celebrate an herbal spring with us!
-Nissa Pierson
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